Description
This Street Style Thai Drunken Noodles recipe offers a vibrant and flavorful stir-fry featuring flat rice noodles, fragrant garlic, colorful vegetables, and your choice of boneless chicken or shrimp. With a perfect balance of savory soy sauce and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, this dish delivers an authentic taste of Thai street food that’s quick and simple to prepare in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 8 oz flat rice noodles
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Fresh Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 8 oz boneless chicken or shrimp
Oils & Fats
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Boil water in a large pot and cook the flat rice noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Heat Oil: Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and heat the vegetable oil until it shimmers, indicating it’s hot enough to cook.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about one minute until fragrant, releasing its aroma but not burning.
- Cook Protein: Add your choice of boneless chicken or shrimp into the skillet. Stir-fry the chicken for about 3-5 minutes until fully cooked and no longer pink inside; if using shrimp, cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: Toss in bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots. Stir-fry the mixture for 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender yet retain a crisp texture.
- Combine and Season: Return the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables and protein. Add low-sodium soy sauce and brown sugar. Toss everything thoroughly, ensuring the noodles are well coated and the dish is heated evenly.
Notes
- Use flat rice noodles for the authentic texture and flavor typical of drunken noodles.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps control salt levels without compromising flavor.
- Adjust the protein choice or substitute with tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
- Vegetables can be varied based on seasonal availability or personal preference.
- For added heat, consider adding fresh chili or chili flakes during the garlic sauté step.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
